Ofcom Issues £50,000 Fine to AI Nudification Site for Lax Age Checks
In a sharp enforcement of the UK’s Online Safety Act, Ofcom has fined Itai Tech Ltd £50,000 for failing to implement robust age checks on its AI nudification site, Undress.cc. This ruling emphasizes the necessity of technological safeguards to protect minors from harmful content.
Key Highlights:
- Regulatory Action: Ofcom’s fine serves as a warning against lax compliance, marking only its second fine under the new regulations.
- Investigation Expansion: Ofcom is investigating five other companies, focusing on around 20 additional pornography sites lacking proper age assurance.
- Mandatory Requirements: Effective age checks must include photo ID matching and reliable systems; self-declaration is insufficient.
The Broader Impact:
Failure to comply could lead to fines up to £18 million or restrictions against non-compliant platforms.
As Suzanne Cater, Ofcom’s Director of Enforcement, put it: “Highly effective age assurance is non-negotiable.”
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